In a fierce criticism of the BJP, Rahul Gandhi claimed the party stoked divisions across India, particularly in Manipur, and neglected the rights of marginalized groups, while prioritizing corporate interests.
New Delhi:Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a strong attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the party of fueling violence in Manipur and attempting to sow divisions along religious lines across India. Speaking at an election rally in Lohardaga, Jharkhand, Gandhi argued that the BJP’s actions were aimed at creating discord among various communities, including Hindus, Muslims, Christians, and Sikhs, and even stoking tensions between Jats and non-Jats in Haryana.”The BJP has burned Manipur with its policies and has worked to divide people across religious and social lines,” Gandhi said, adding that the party’s divisive tactics were part of its political strategy. He also referred to the BJP’s actions in Haryana, where it allegedly fueled friction between different castes during the state elections.Gandhi pointed to his own nationwide padyatra from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, which he described as a journey to promote love and unity in the face of rising hatred. “I walked 4,000 kilometers to spread a message of love, while the BJP is opening markets of hate,” he declared.The Congress leader also took aim at the BJP’s economic policies, alleging that the party had waived off loans for large corporations to the tune of Rs 16 lakh crore, while doing nothing for farmers and marginalized communities. “The BJP is more interested in protecting the interests of capitalists than in helping the people of Jharkhand,” he said, highlighting the Congress government’s loan waivers for farmers during its tenure.Gandhi emphasized his commitment to the rights of tribals, Dalits, and OBCs, arguing that the BJP’s neglect of these groups was contributing to their continued marginalization. He rejected the BJP’s claims that his efforts to speak up for these communities amounted to dividing India, saying, “If fighting for the rights of 90% of India’s population is divisive, then I will continue to do so.”This visit marks Gandhi’s second trip to Jharkhand ahead of the assembly elections, scheduled for November 13 and 20, with vote counting set for November 23.
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